Public Safety Commission
The government's elite force of devil hunters standing between humanity and the monsters born from fear.
The Public Safety Commission is a Japanese government organization that employs Devil Hunters to combat supernatural threats. Unlike standard law enforcement, these individuals have naturally formed contracts with devils or are hybrids themselves, using unique abilities derived from fear. Headquartered in Tokyo, the Commission operates under a strict hierarchy led by senior officials like Makima and high-ranking advisors such as Kishibe. They serve as the primary frontline defense against devil incursions, managing everything from routine exorcisms to high-stakes operations involving powerful entities like the Control Devil or the Gun Devil.
Lore & Background
Founded to address the escalating threat of devils manifesting in modern society, the Public Safety Commission actively recruits and manages hunters who form contracts with devils. The organization establishes systems to facilitate these pacts, often arranging deals between civilians (hunters) and devils as a core part of their operations—exemplified by arrangements like Aki Hayakawa's contract with the Fox Devil. This agency is infamous for its ruthless efficiency; while they protect the public, their methods often involve sacrificing hunters as bait or resources to achieve victory against overwhelming odds.
The agency maintains a complex internal structure, dividing hunters into divisions based on rank and capability, with 1st Class Hunters holding significant autonomy. The Commission's history is marked by shadowy operations and moral ambiguity, particularly under the leadership of Makima, whose true agenda involved manipulating devil contracts for an unknown grand design. Following major upheavals in Tokyo, the organization underwent significant restructuring, shifting its operational philosophy while retaining its core mission.
Despite internal corruption and external threats from other factions like foreign agencies, Public Safety remains the most recognizable face of organized resistance against the devil threat.
Reader's Guide
The Public Safety Commission serves as Japan's primary defense against the supernatural incursions caused by devils. Its main goal is to maintain order by hunting these entities before they can cause mass panic or destruction. Membership consists of Devil Hunters, ranging from contractors who trade parts of their souls for powers to rare hybrids like Denji and Power. In the broader conflict, Public Safety acts as a stabilizing force but is frequently manipulated by higher government officials or powerful devils in disguise. They navigate a world where fear fuels monsters, balancing their duty to protect civilians with the harsh reality that they are often expendable tools in a larger game.
Did You Know?
- The Public Safety Commission operates directly under the Prime Minister's Office, making it a government agency rather than an independent organization.
- The organization's headquarters is located in Tokyo, Japan, serving as the central hub for devil hunting operations.
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